Clinical Best Practices

Orthostatic hypotension can affect 20% to 50% of PD patients. It can occur at any stage, but usually is most bothersome in moderate to advanced patients. If occurring early, consider alternative diagnoses such as multiple system atrophy.

Presentation

Common Causes

Diagnosis

Clinical history and physical examination—24-hour blood pressure (BP) monitor, measurement of orthostatic BP after standing for 3 minutes or home monitoring of orthostatic BP will help in making the diagnosis